Assam Government to Initiate Recruitment for Over 5,700 Positions in February

Assam's Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has announced the commencement of recruitment tests for 5,736 positions across various departments, including Assam Police, starting February 1, 2024. With over 10 lakh applicants already expressing interest, this initiative reflects the high demand for government jobs in the state. Candidates will have three months to prepare, and the recruitment drive aims to create more employment opportunities for the youth. Additionally, the Chief Minister revealed plans for the Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan (CMAAA) registration opening on January 1, 2024, to support self-employment initiatives.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 24, 2026, 13:02 IST

Recruitment Announcement by Assam Chief Minister

A file image of Assam Police personnel. (Representational use)

Guwahati, Oct 24: The Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has revealed that recruitment examinations for 5,736 positions across various departments, including Assam Police, will commence on February 1. This announcement provides candidates with a three-month preparation window.

During a live session on social media, Sarma highlighted that over 10 lakh individuals have applied for these positions, indicating a significant interest in government employment within the state.

“The Assam Police has reported that more than 10 lakh applicants have shown interest in the 5,736 available posts. The recruitment tests are set to start on February 1, allowing candidates to utilize November, December, and January for preparation and practice,” the Chief Minister stated.

This recruitment initiative encompasses various departments, including the Assam Police, Assam Police Radio Organisation (APRO), Fire and Emergency Services, the Forest Department, Home Guards and Civil Defence, and the Prison Department.

Out of the total vacancies, 2,236 are allocated to Assam Police, while APRO has 686 positions. Fire and Emergency Services will fill 489 roles, and the Forest Department has 1,307 openings. Additionally, 827 positions are available in the Directorate General of Home Guards and Civil Defence, with 191 in the Prison Department.

The available roles include constables, drivers, jail wardens, and various other positions across the departments.

Sarma emphasized that this recruitment drive is part of the government's ongoing commitment to generating job opportunities for the youth of Assam.

He noted that approximately 1.62 lakh young individuals have found employment in Assam to date, with another recruitment phase planned for this year.

Upcoming Registration for CMAAA

The Chief Minister also announced that the registration portal for the Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan (CMAAA) will open on January 1. This initiative aims to benefit 50,000 applicants.

The program is designed to assist eligible individuals in pursuing self-employment and entrepreneurial ventures.

Furthermore, Sarma mentioned that the Mukhyamantri Swagata Satirtha portal will be launched on December 7, enabling Grade III and Grade IV government employees to apply for mutual transfers.

Beneficiaries of the Nijut Moina and Nijut Babu schemes are set to receive their September payments on October 28, with cheques for the October instalment already distributed on October 15. The November payments are scheduled for November 10.